Stigmatising views, inaccessible public transport, a lack of job and volunteering opportunities, and the failure of schools to make reasonable adjustments, all contribute to the loneliness experienced ...

Sue Ronnenkamp knew better than most how she wanted to live out her golden years. Having worked with seniors as an educator and adviser, Ronnenkamp, 67, knew she wanted affordable rent, fewer ...

But loneliness starkly varies by age. Nearly a quarter of Americans ages 18 to 29 said that they felt lonely, compared to just 6% of those 65 and older. At the same time, adults 65 and older were ...

"It's a common feeling, this emptiness and the loneliness - and to know we're here to support each other definitely helps," she added. The group hold "speed mating" events which use the same ...

Loneliness is more likely to cause depression if one keeps ruminating on how lonely they are. This is the essence of a study by The University of Hong Kong (HKU) that has therapeutic implications ...

LAS VEGAS -- From puppy-dog eyes to fluffy ears, companies from across Asia are betting that the next big thing in AI will combine a serious cute factor with emotional appeal. South Korean tech ...

Loneliness is the feeling of being socially isolated or not having social needs met. If a person is lonely, they may be more likely to experience depression. Additionally, depression may lead to ...

Yet, in an increasingly digital and fast-paced world, feelings of loneliness and social isolation have become alarmingly common. The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that these feelings ...

Social isolation and loneliness have long been linked to adverse health outcomes, including cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes, and premature death. However, the biologic underpinnings of ...

We live in a bustling, crowded world, yet loneliness appears to be on the rise. Why are so many of us feeling isolated and what can we do about it? There are many kinds of loneliness – everyone ...